Nikolaos G. Baikoussis

Ippokrateio General Hospital of Thessaloniki

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Nikolaos G. Baikoussis is a leading figure in cardiac surgery whose work bridges the frontiers of clinical practice and artificial intelligence. His research centers on leveraging AI to enhance surgical precision, optimize patient outcomes, and reshape the future of cardiothoracic care. Baikoussis’s most-cited paper, “Artificial Intelligence in Cardiac Surgery: Transforming Outcomes and Shaping the Future” (2025, 52 citations), provides a landmark synthesis of AI’s transformative potential—from predictive analytics and robotic assistance to personalized treatment planning—while critically examining the challenges of integration. This work has become a foundational reference for surgeons and engineers alike, highlighting his role as a key translator between cutting-edge technology and bedside application. Beyond this, his broader portfolio addresses complex surgical techniques, perioperative management, and outcomes research, earning him recognition as a thought leader in the field. With a growing citation impact that underscores the timeliness and relevance of his contributions, Baikoussis continues to drive innovation, advocating for data-driven, patient-centered advances that promise to redefine the standards of cardiac surgery in the AI era.